Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. The Director of Finance, Engineering and Growth & Innovation will provide valuable financial insights, drive data-driven decision making, develop robust business case financial modeling and deliver critical analysis of financial forecasts, budgets, operating plans, strategic plans. This role requires advanced strategic thinking and communication skills as will often collaborate closely with senior leadership. **Job Summary** + Business Partner with the R&D/PM leaders on strategic growth initiatives + Lead financial forecasting, variance analysis, planning of R&D/SW functional cost for MCS + Coordinate and lead monthly and quarterly financial reviews with business partners + Lead financial R&D analysis of software capitalization forecasting, planning, variance analysis working with accounting + Finance support on product launches and strategic growth strategies with R&D/SW leaders and Segments + Partner with leadership of the G&I teams in critical analysis of business case & financial modeling growth opportunities through Xylem Innovation Labs from ideation and development to commercialization. + Establish KPI’s for G&I teams to demonstrate value propositions for AI and Digital Product Solutions, Software Operations and Software tools and Processes + Support the Digital business model as necessary (DIS & Idrica combination) + Ad hoc analysis as needed by management. **Job Requirements** + Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, MBA preferred + Minimum of 10 years related financial work experience + Proven analytical ability, leadership, and business impacting results required + Demonstrated financial planning experience required + Strong analytical, critical thinking, prioritization, and time management skills + Ability to work effectively across multiple time zones and to foster team development with different cultures + Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to communicate to non-finance team members is essential + Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and databases, experience with OneStream and Business Objects preferred + Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/ Black Belt preferred + ERP experiences preferred **Core Competencies:** + **Analytical / Strategic Thought Leadership:** Candidate must possess the proven ability to take significant amounts of data to synthesis to determine relevant insights for developing conclusions for decision-making / recommendations. Accuracy and ability to articulate and defend conclusions is critical. Must have strategic thought leadership for influencing and gaining alignment and leading effective change planning for implementing new programs and processes, as needed. + **Collaboration and Teamwork** : Successful candidate believes in teamwork and identifies with and supports team goals. Can work effectively in influencing and gaining alignment both up the organization, as well as within the field organization. Candidate can successfully lead and develop a team. + **Customer Focus** : Successful candidate works to listen to and understand both internal and external customers. He/she translates the voice of the customer into business improvements through the development and updating of Total Reward programs, processes and flawless administration. + **Effective Communication** : Successful candidate can effectively convey ideas and messages both formally and informally, in oral and written form. He/she delivers clear, concise, accurate, articulate and persuasive written and oral messages, supplying supporting facts as necessary and is adept at tailoring communication to various audiences. + **Process Improvement:** Successful candidate will possess ability and eagerness to identify opportunities to increase efficiency and effectiveness of Compensation and Global Mobility programs. This individual will help identify, prioritize and align key stakeholders for implementing process improvements. Percentage of travel: minimal Position directly supervised: first year FLDP Analyst \#LI-NH1 Salary range: $121,800.00 - $219,200.00 Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.   Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation